Household Essentials

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Adding luxury and style to your bedroom and bathroom doesn't have to mean opening your wallet and embarking on major renovations. You'll be surprised you didn't think of these little luxuries before!

Bed Pillows

Layer pillows on your bed and not only will it look perfectly inviting — it'll feel that way, too. Don't simply buy more of the same pillows you already own. Vary the sizes and build up a fluffy nest worth sinking into. Start with a big body pillow in the back, and work forward to small neck rolls perfect for supporting your lower back or head while you're reading.

Luxury Bath Sheets

You know those big, soft towels that always seem to be priced way too high to be worth it? Trust us: they’re worth it. The great thing is that you don't have to buy luxury bath towels all at once; in fact, they look best in complementary colors and patterns, so a perfect match is unnecessary and even undesirable. Pick up a bath sheet or two any time you find a good price or sale, and prepare to wrap yourself in warm, fluffy luxury.

Towel Warmer

Since you now have a ready supply of soft towels and bath sheets, add the ultimate year-round touch: warmth. There’s nothing like stepping out of the shower into the welcoming embrace of a towel straight off the towel warming rack. Towel warmers help combat mildewed towels, too, which can be a real problem in humid climates.

Beeswax Candles

Allow a sense of calm to enfold you with the naturally warm, honeyed scent of beeswax candles. An all-natural beeswax pillar provides hours of enjoyment without the soot and additives that can sully your ceiling and irritate your lungs and eyes, to keep the air in your most intimate, private quarters clean and pure.

Chandelier

Replace the dull builder’s light fixtures in your retreat with a chandelier that lends flair. You're not aiming for the giant, bombastic sparklers found in formal dining rooms; think of a miniature version to lend a romantic twist over your bathtub or bed.

Natural Soap

The freshness of handmade soaps lends a lingering scent that will relax you for hours to come. Stock up on your favorite scents so you'll always have just the right soap for the season. You'll find great deals on artisanal soaps from local vendors, but ordering online makes it easy to keep a supply on hand.